1949 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Ferrari California
To start off, 2010 Ferrari California is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari California weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1949 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
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1949 Fiat 500 | 2010 Ferrari California | |
Make | Fiat | Ferrari |
Model | 500 | California |
Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 78 L |